Banshee Leads KYC Squib Frostbites After Three Races

25th January 2026

Afloat.ie Team

Squib keelboats racing off Kinsale during KYC Frostbites in light north-westerly winds

Squib keelboats race off Kinsale during the KYC Frostbites series, sailing in light north-westerly winds and a strong ebb tide, with the fleet spreading across the western shore. Credit: Bob Bateman

Banshee leads the standings after three races in the ongoing Kinsale Yacht Club Squib Frostbites series.

Seventeen boats raced in light north-westerly winds, with a strong ebb tide shaping tactics throughout the afternoon.

The fleet initially worked the western shore before turning back towards the windward mark.

Matthias Hellstern and Alex Goggin sit top on six points following two race wins.

The Squib fleet lines up on the start area during the KYC Frostbites, sailing in light north-westerly airs as a strong ebb tide stretches the fleet across Kinsale Harbour. Photo: Bob Bateman

Mucky Duck, sailed by Cliodhna Ní Shuilleabháin and Michael O’Sullivan, holds second overall on ten points.

Allegro, with Colm Dunne helming and Rob Gill crewing, lies third after a consistent opening set.

Racing was conducted off Kinsale, with marks set to test fleet positioning against the tide.

Results are provisional as of 14:48 on January 25, 2026, with the Frostbite league continuing in the coming weeks.

Top Three After Three Races

Banshee (65) – Matthias Hellstern / Alex Goggin, KYC
Mucky Duck (51) – Cliodhna Ní Shuilleabháin / Michael O’Sullivan, KYC
Allegro (134) – Colm Dunne / Rob Gill, KYC

Race Results

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